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JJCCF Friend, during this Fall season, please be mindful of these (6) children fighting the toughest battle of their young lives. Your compassion can be the light for Vale, Cami, Arya, Johnny, Maty, and Mia as their families face temporary financial hardships due to a childhood cancer diagnosis. Each of their families has received our emergency financial assistance, but they need more. Through our Advocacy Program we reach out to our community, aiming to raise $1,000 for each child. Your contribution will ensure these families have food and housing, but most importantly, they will know you care and that they are not alone.
Any amount you can give is valued and appreciated. Sacrificing a cup of coffee may seem insignificant, but I guarantee it is not!
With gratitude,
Sandra Muvdi, MBA
President / CEO
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Camila, 7-year-old, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
 Camila’s single mother cares for her fulltime while battling Leukemia and is unable to earn an income. She was previously able to work from home, but because of Camila’s continuous hospitalizations and many rounds of chemo, she was terminated from her job.
The last two years have been a rollercoaster of emotions for Yunia, and her daughter. The financial strain of her past due mortgage and not being able to pay for groceries and gas for the long commute to the hospital have become overwhelming. They need help maintaining their home while Camila finishes her treatment. Read more…
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Valeria, 16-year-old, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
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 Valeria’s life abruptly changed when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in July. Her young life full of dreams and aspirations, currently faces an uphill battle against cancer.
Valeria’s single mother works cleaning homes, but rarely has a break from her daughter’s medical care.
Mother’s quote: “Financially, we are drowning in expenses we cannot pay such as our rent. As a single mother it has been almost impossible to sustain our household expenses. Using my credit cards to make ends meet has been the only alternative. Read more…
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Arya, 9-year-old, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
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 For two solid years Arya has been fighting Leukemia (AML) while enduring two bone marrow transplants. It is with a heavy heart that we share Arya is now in hospice care. Her parents are doing everything they can do to offer their only child support, love, and comfort during this heart-wrenching time. Both mom and dad have given up work to care for Arya full-time, causing plenty of financial hardships.
Arya and her parents are seeking help to pay for basic living expenses such as food and gas for transportation, since they live over two hours away from the hospital in Port St. Lucie, FL.
Father’s quote: “We are in need of help for life’s necessities and simply trying to give Arya as much enjoyment and comfort as possible.“ Read more…
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Johnny, 15-year-old, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
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 Johnny is in a clinical trial as he battles stage 4 Rhabdo (cancer soft tissue). His single mother pleas for help after being uprooted from her home while going through a divorce.
Mother’s quote: “I am requesting help with my rent and car payments. I am currently pursuing child support and alimony through the courts.” Read more…
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Maty, 5-year-old, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
 As Maty battles metastatic Osteosarcoma (bone cancer), her mother was faced with the difficult decision to amputate her arm as the only alternative to help save her life.
Family needs help paying for food,zgas for transportation and car insurance so they focus on saving Maty’s life. Read more…
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Mia, 13-year-old, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
 In 2021, Mia was diagnosed with Angiomatoid Fibrous Histiocytoma (AFH) after discovering various cancerous tumors. Coping with a child’s life-threatening illness and dealing with financial strain can be daunting, however Mia’s mother has been trying to make ends meet working part-time for Uber Eats with Mia by her side.
Mother’s quote: “I lost my job because I must dedicate myself to Mia’s care. I am going through an economic crisis surviving day by day to be able to give Mia a home.” Read more…
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‘Give with Confidence’ knowing JJCCF earned again in 2023 a perfect 100 out of 100 score from Charity Navigator. The Impact & Results rating measures the actual impact a nonprofit has on the lives of those it serves and determines whether it is making good use of donor resources.
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